[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 94 (Thursday, June 7, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E798-E799]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        CONGRATULATING THE UNITED STATES MERCHANT MARINE ACADEMY

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                         HON. THOMAS R. SUOZZI

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 7, 2018

  Mr. SUOZZI. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the United States 
Merchant Marine Academy, located in Kings Point, in my Congressional 
district, for 75 years of dedicated service to our country.
  Acta Non Verba--the school's motto--Acta Non Verba, that's deeds not 
words, something we all need to strive for.
  The midshipmen and graduates of the Academy have exemplified this 
school's motto by faithfully serving the United States in times of war 
and peace and for that we are eternally grateful.
  Since its founding in 1943, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy has 
developed a rich history of military and maritime service. It's the 
only service academy whose students engage in combat during times of 
war.
  In fact, 142 of its students gave their lives on behalf of our 
country during World War II. In 1974, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy 
became the first service academy to admit women.
  After the 9-11 terrorist attacks, staff and midshipmen evacuated 
civilians from Lower

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Manhattan and transport first responders and supplies to Ground Zero.
  Midshipmen are the backbone of our nation's maritime industry and 
they serve as members of the Armed Services as well.
  As a member of the Board of Visitors, I am proud of United States 
Merchant Marine Academy's rich history and the sacrifices its students 
and graduates have made for our country.

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